Dyslipidemia is characterized by a high amount of fats, especially cholesterol and triglycerides, in the blood test, caused in many cases by excessive consumption of fatty foods.
There are 2 types of dyslipidemia:
- When dyslipidemia is not treated.
- It can cause fat plaques to appear in the blood vessels.
- Which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Treatment of dyslipidemia should be done by your GP and usually includes a diet low in fatty foods and regular physical activity of at least 30 minutes a day.
In addition, patients should avoid risk factors, such as excessive smoking and alcoholic beverages, as they facilitate the development of complications.
When treatment doesn’t work, your doctor may prescribe medications for dyslipidemia, such as pravastatin, that the person should take daily.
Causes of dyslipidemia may include
In some cases, prolonged use of medicines, such as corticosteroids, may lead to the development of dyslipidemia and should only be used under medical supervision.